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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 27, 2023

Seychelles to expand cooperation in key sectors with Türkiye

Ambassador-designate Yuksel assured the Minister that he is committed to continue to build on the work began by his predecessors for the development of Seychelles

Seychelles and Türkiye will explore further collaboration in the field of tourism and aviation in order to maximize the travel opportunities offered to visitors to our islands. This was discussed during the meeting between the Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Türkiye, H.E. Mr. Subutay Yuksel and the Minister for Foreign…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 22, 2023

Seychelles’ Foreign Minister meets with the Ambassador-designate of the United States of America

The courtesy call came on Monday, 20th March, at Maison Quéau de Quinssy ahead of Mr. Jardin’s accreditation at State House tomorrow

Seychelles and the United States of America are keen to broaden their present and future cooperation. That came out of discussions between the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr Sylvestre Radegonde and the Ambassador-designate of the United States of America to Seychelles, Mr. Henry Jardin. The courtesy call came…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 18, 2023

Seychelles Philippines relations: Expansion of collaboration

Both parties have recognised the need to create mechanisms to ensure that all the correct procedures are followed and that the proper protection is extended to these citizens

Seychelles and the Philippines have agreed to expand on their collaborations to increase bilateral relations on various areas of mutual interest. The agreement was part of a meeting between the Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Vivianne Fock Tave and the Ambassador-designate of the Republic of the Philippines Mrs. Marie…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 18, 2023

Seychelles: Principal Secretary receives High Commissioner-designate of Canada

Their meeting at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Maison Queau de Quincy on Monday 13th March took place on the eve of Mr. Nunas’ accreditation

Seychelles and Canada are set to exploit bilateral opportunities through ‘Operation Cutlass’, an exercise aimed at improving regional cooperation, Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA), information sharing between Maritime Operation Centres (MOCs), the responsiveness of maritime assets, use of the rule of law and counter-proliferation interdiction capabilities in order to disrupt illicit…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 16, 2023

Seychellois Delegates joins celebration of the Commonwealth’s achievements

Minister Radegonde highlighted the importance a group like The Commonwealth plays in promoting shared understanding, unanimity, and adherence to international norms

Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Seychelles, led the Seychelles’ Delegation at the annual Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting (CFAMM), held on 15 March 2023, at The Commonwealth Secretariat, London, United Kingdom. In line with this year’s Commonwealth’ Day Theme, “Forging a Sustainable…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 13, 2023

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Congratulates Mauritius on Independence Day

The two nations share a long history of association, geographical proximity, and ancestral linkages

In a message, marking the 55th Independence Day anniversary of the Republic of Mauritius, President Ramkalawan describes this year’s anniversary as “a significant milestone the nation’s history, as it celebrates over five decades of independence and progress. “Over the years, Mauritius has achieved remarkable growth in a multitude of sectors, becoming a…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 10, 2023

President Ramkalawan congratulates re-elected President of the People’s Republic of China

The President Ramkalawan describes his Chinese counterpart’s achievement as “a testament to your leadership and dedication to the well-being and prosperity of the Chinese people

On behalf of the Government and people of Seychelles, President Wavel Ramkalawan has extended a congratulatory message to His Excellency, Mr Xi Jinping on his re-election as President of the People’s Republic of China. The President Ramkalawan describes his Chinese counterpart’s achievement as “a testament to your leadership and dedication…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 04, 2023

Seychelles-Maldives Relations: Accreditation of High Commissioner

The Seychelles Government will support the candidatures of Maldives to the United Nations Security Council and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in the near future

Mr Claude Morel presented his Letters of Credentials to the President of Maldives, Mr Ibrahim Solih, accrediting him as Seychelles’ non-resident High Commissioner during a ceremony at the President’s Office on 27th February. Enhanced collaboration in the tourism and fisheries sectors, the pillars of the economy of the two countries,…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 27, 2023

Ambassador Lalatiana Accouche accredited as the First Seychellois Woman High Commissioner to the Republic of India

High Commissioner Accouche expressed the wish to see a new impetus to the relations between Seychelles and India during her tenure

Ambassador Lalatiana Accouche has become Seychelles' fifth High Commissioner accredited to the Republic of India after she presented her Letter of Credentials to the President of India, H.E. Smt Droupadi MURMU, during a ceremony held at the Ashoka Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhavan Palace in New Delhi, on Friday 24th February 2023. During the meeting following the…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 25, 2023

Southern African Development Community (SADC)’s Executive Secretary on Working Visit to Seychelles

Stressed on the need for a strong foundation of peace and security in the region as an enabler for progress and development

Seychelles’ should share its strong governance principles to help set examples for member states of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) says its Executive Chair. Mr. Elias Magosi was speaking during his courtesy call on the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde at Maison Queau de Quinssy,…